2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 702 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Express | 88 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3110 mm |
